Category Archives: Minnesota Biathlon

Minnesota Biathlon

May the 4th Training

Posted on by

Woodland Trails Regional Park

Elk River – Sunday, May 4, 2025

Register here

May the 4th be with you training for newcomers and experienced athletes to use the power of the Force  to accurately shoot targets after energetic skiing.

Schedule
9:00 – Check-in at the biathlon range.
9:00-9:30 – Introductions and safety.
9:30-11:00 – Shooting accuracy and range procedures.
11:00-12:30 – Ski technique drills and analysis.
12:30-1:15 – Lunch! Some snacks provided, bring some of your own as well.
1:15-2:45 – Third training block.
2:45-3:30 – Shooting games.
Training fee $30 + club membership
$10 for each additional biathlete from the same household.
Ammo available for newcomers for $40.
Payable by cash or check on the day of the event.
Have you bought your 2025 Membership yet?Membership form here.
US Biathlon Basic Rifle Safety Course REQUIRED
WHAT TO BRING
• Membership form and payment if needed. 
• Rifle, Ammunition.
• Rollerskis, boots, poles, helmet. 
• Running shoes and workout clothing appropriate for the weather.
• Hydration/snacks. 
It takes many volunteers to put on our events. Please sign up to volunteer here.
Questions? Concerns?
Contact administration@minnesotabiathlon.com
minnesotabiathlon.com

April Camp Recap

Posted on by

A Minnesota Biathlon training day was held at the Elk River range on April 12.

Fifteen athletes and several coaches worked with the athletes on rifle fit, shooting position, and basic skills. Participants ranged from some with international racing experience to the first time biathlon shooting.

The next training day will be May 4th. Registration and information coming soon!

Minnesota Biathlon Spring Training – April 12th

Posted on by
Woodland Trails Regional Park
Elk River
Saturday, April 12, 2025
Register here
Training for newcomers and experienced athletes
Schedule
9:00 – Check-in at the biathlon range.
9:00-9:30 – Introductions and rifle safety assessment.
9:30-11:00 – Rifle fitting and basic skills.
11:00-12:30 – Second training block.
12:30-1:15 – Lunch! Some snacks provided, bring some of your own as well.
1:15-2:45 – Third training block.
2:45-3:30 – Fun shooting games.
Training fee $30 + club membership
$10 for each additional biathlete from the same household.
Ammo available for newcomers for $40
Payable by cash or check on the day of the event.
Have you bought your 2025 membership yet? Membership form here.
US Biathlon Basic Rifle Safety Course REQUIRED
WHAT TO BRING
• Membership form and payment.
• Rifle, Ammunition.
• Rollerskis (recommended but optional – yeah its only April), boots, poles, helmet, other protective gear as you desire. 
• Running shoes and workout clothing appropriate for the weather. 
• Bounding poles if not roller skiing. 
• Hydration/snacks. 
It takes many volunteers to put on our events. Please sign up to volunteer here.
Questions? Concerns? Contact administration@minnesotabiathlon.com

2025 Spring/Summer/Fall Schedule

Posted on by

Below is the current schedule through the end of 2025. All events are subject to change – especially the on-snow events – due to a variety of factors.

April 12thTraining CampElk River
May 4thTraining CampElk River
June 19th-22ndTraining CampMt. Itasca
June 29thRollerski Race #1Elk River
July 12thRollerski Race #2Elk River
July 15th-18thAriens Nordic Center High-Performance Training CampBrillion, WI
July 19th-20thMidwest Regional Summer ChampionshipsBrillion, WI
August 16thTraining CampElk River
August 17thRollerski Race #3Elk River
September 6thRollerski Race #4Elk River
September 7thTraining CampElk River
September 13thDuluth NorthShore Inline Marathon Rollerski Race with Duluth BiathlonDuluth
September 14thDuluth Training & Running EventSnowflake Nordic
October 12thRollerski Race #5Elk River
November 30thOn-snow raceMt. Itasca
December 6th-7thOn-snow racesMt. Itasca